Advise the deputy director on strategic and routine workflow and track and monitor tasks of interest or priority to the deputy director. Assist with determining and overseeing the execution of R&D program management, including the review of programmatic documents, identifying root issues in execution, and making recommendations on programmatic improvements. Assist the deputy director and their team with the compilation and review of annual spend plans, congressional justifications, OMB justifications, and resource allocation plans. Attend meetings with or on behalf of the deputy director to record action items, provide a point of view, and provide input, as needed. Follow up with staff to ensure tasks are completed per the deputy director’s direction or advise the deputy director to follow up. Request information from other groups within S&T, including the Under Secretary’s office and maintain collegial relationship with key individuals in each group, including group leads, deputies, other special assistants, and executive assistants.

Basic Qualifications:

-10 years of experience in a professional work environment, including in a research and development organization

-5 years of experience with specialized management analysis in various areas, including business process re-engineering, configuration management, quality control or assurance, organizational performance assessments, mission analysis, and strategic planning